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SAFETY INSPECTION
Section 2 - Safety Inspection - includes the following:
Safety Inspection Checklist
SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
NOTE: Every six (6) months, take your Excelerator to a qualified technician for a thorough inspection and servicing.
Regular cleaning will reveal loose or worn parts and enhance the smooth operation of your Excelerator. For safe and
proper operation, your Excelerator must be cared for just like any other vehicle. Routine maintenance will extend the life
and efficiency of your Excelerator.
NOTE: Invacare recommends that the following adjustments be performed by a qualified technician. Initial adjustments
should be made to suit your personal body structure and preference. Thereafter follow these maintenance procedures.
ITEM
FRAME
Check for bent or broken frame.
BRAKES
Parking Brake - Adjust brake shoes to front rim. Check
for worn or missing shoes. Check for wax or oil on rim.
Cable anchor attached securely to brake arm.
Brakes engages easily when pedaling backwards.
UPHOLSTERY
Inspect for rips or sagging.
REAR WHEELS
Quick release axles lock properly and are clean.
No excessive side movement or binding when
lifted and spun.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.
SPOKES
Inspect for bent or broken spokes.
Check that all spokes are uniformly tight.
FRONT WHEEL/FORK
Keep axle nuts tight. Wheel should be centered in fork.
Keep wheel bearings adjusted and keep spokes tight
and wheel in proper alignment.
Check rim and fork assembly for damage.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.
TIRES
Inspect for flat spots, wear and proper inflation.
CAUTION: As with any vehicle, the wheels and
tires should be checked periodically for cracks
and wear, and should be replaced if damaged.
CHAIN/CHAIN GUARD
Check for damage, rust, tension and stretch. Adjust if
necessary. Lubricate each link (3-in-1 oil® or a quality
bike lubricant). Check for damage or looseness.
SHIFTER/BRAKE CABLES
Adjust according to manufacturer's instructions
(included with handcycle)
FRONT FORK
Keep tight and lubricate (all-purpose grease).
FOOTREST
Check that mounting hardware is tight and footrest secure.
Check footrest straps for wetness and/or damage.
UPHOLSTERY
Clean upholstery with mild detergent and water.
HAND GRIPS
Check periodically for looseness. If loose, replace.
Part No. 1056188
Troubleshooting
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SECTION 2
Maintenance
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